Grant

Wolfgang Kögler Scholarship for Music

Scholarship for students and prospective students at OWL universities with outstanding artistic achievements who are in financial or personal hardship. Funding amount up to €4,800 per year, applications accepted continuously.

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Grant criteria

Application Deadline: Ongoing
Application level: Advanced
Region: North Rhine-Westphalia
Funding amount: up to €4,800 per year
Project duration: 12 months

Funding objective

Support for students and prospective students with outstanding musical abilities who are in financial or personal distress and whose studies would otherwise be at risk.

Eligible expenses

  • Living expenses
  • Tuition fees

Eligible to apply

  • Individuals

Funding requirements

  • Enrollment in a first degree program at an OWL university or proof of intention to study
  • Proof of financial or personal hardship
  • At least satisfactory academic performance and very good musical achievements
  • Special achievements, awards, and prizes in the field of music
  • No exceeding the standard period of study
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Documents required for application

  1. Motivation letter
  2. Curriculum vitae
  3. Current photo
  4. Proof of university entrance qualification or latest certificate
  5. Enrollment certificate
  6. Proof of academic achievements
  7. Proof of musical qualifications and awards
  8. Proof of personal or family circumstances
  9. Statement and evidence of financial situation (income statements)
  10. BAföG notification or BAföG rejection notice

Evaluation criteria

  • Exceptional musical achievements
  • Academic potential and previous accomplishments
  • Commitment and special personal circumstances
  • Formal completeness of the documents

Description

The Wolfgang Kögler Music Scholarship is aimed at students in their initial degree program as well as prospective students at universities in East Westphalia-Lippe (OWL) who demonstrate outstanding musical achievements and are in proven financial or personal hardship. The Talentengel Ulrike and Wolfgang Kögler Foundation awards up to two scholarships per year with a maximum amount of €4,800 annually. This is intended to cover living expenses and study costs to ensure a smooth course of study. The scholarship duration is 12 months, with applications accepted on a rolling basis.

Requirements for a successful application include enrollment in an initial degree program at an OWL university or proof of intent to study, at least satisfactory academic performance combined with very good musical achievements, as well as special awards in the field of music. The standard period of study and double funding limits (max. €30 monthly) must not be exceeded. Evaluation is based on exceptional musical abilities, academic potential, commitment, and formal completeness of the documents. Application submission must include a motivation letter, curriculum vitae, recent photo, proof of university entrance qualification, enrollment certificate, academic records, musical qualifications, financial documents, and, if applicable, BAföG notice. Selection is made through document review and recommendation by a foundation advisory board, followed by a personal interview. This scholarship provides sustainable financial and ideal support for talented musicians in NRW whose studies would otherwise be at risk.

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